Lucchese DeCavalcante
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WHAT A PAIN ... Roo leaves the Allianz Arena on crutches with his leg in a protective boot
Latest news on Rooney injury
1.05pm: Early reports suggest it is a sprain that will keep Rooney out of action for the next two to three weeks. This is prior to his medical examination which is due this afternoon.
12.40pm: Darren Fletcher says United should be able to cope with Rooney's absence. "He scored again for us last night and he is quite obviously one of the best players in the world. But we have other good players. If Wayne isn't available, we will rally round."
11.20am: It is confirmed that Rooney will return to England this afternoon and be taken for a fuller medical examination.
9.25am: Bookmakers William Hill announce they have lengthened England's World Cup odds from 5/1 to 6/1. Spokesman Graham Sharpe says: "If there is the slightest chance of Rooney being absent it definitely affects England's chances in the minds of punters."
8.30am: Manchester United keeper Edwin van der Saar is already contenplating playing on without Rooney. He says: "You always want your best players available but we know the players coming in can also do a good job."